2014 FSL CatalogueCore French Resources Core French Resources

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C’est parti ! 3 Grade 6

New resources to meet and exceed the expectations of the 2013 Core French curriculum

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Odyssée Grades 7-8

First of four Grade 7 modulesUn monde de publicités

Add these three final modules and complete your Grade 6 seriesD’un océan à l’autreOriginal et génial !Complètement techno !

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Welcome to CEC!e are proud to present our 2014 FSL catalogue designed for Junior and Intermediate educators. It features our three major Core French programs: C’est parti ! for Grades 4-6, Odyssée, brand new for Grades 7-8, and

Boomerang for Grades 4-8 literacy.

C’est parti ! and Odyssée are completely aligned with the expectations of the 2013 Ontario Core French curriculum. Boomerang is a flexible supplementary program that responds to the mandates of the Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat. It can easily be used independently or in conjunction with C’est parti ! and Odyssée.

At CEC Publishing, we take great pride in our many years of FSL expertise. We offer a variety of resources in both print and digital formats that are sure to be a hit with teachers and students alike. Our materials focus on oral communication, presenting engaging themes and real-life situations. We use literacy-based strategies, action-oriented tasks, assessment tools, and multimedia content to effectively foster lifelong language learning.

Founded in 1956, CEC quickly became a leader in the field of second language acquisition. Our commitment to high academic standards, creativity, and innovative solutions will ensure that we will continue to meet and exceed all of your needs and expectations as FSL educators.

Your CEC team is here to support you each and every day!

Our FSL Sales Team To obtain more information on any of our resources or to schedule a visit at your school, please contact one of our specialized FSL Educational Representatives. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have and to assist you in choosing the resources that are right for you.

Kristy Brezina, Educational Sales RepresentativeCity of Toronto, Northern and Eastern Ontario, and the Atlantic Provinceskristy.brezina@ceceditions.com Phone: 416 319-5857 or 1 800 363-0494, ext 452

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Francine Duguay, Executive Directorfrancine.duguay@ceceditions.comPhone: 1 800 363-0494, ext. 372

As part of our efforts to respect the environment, this catalogue is printed on recycled paper. Price lists and order forms for the materials in this catalogue can be consulted and printed from our website at www.editionscec.com/en/pricelist.corefrench

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DIGITAL RESOURCES

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Odyssée – Grades 7-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

C’EST PARTI !

C’est parti ! – Grades 4-6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

C’est parti ! 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

C’est parti ! 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

C’est parti ! 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

BOOMERANG

Boomerang – Grades 4-8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Boomerang 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Boomerang 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Boomerang 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Boomerang 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Boomerang 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

C’EST PARTI ! BOOMERANG 1-3

C’est parti ! and Boomerang: resources that work together . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Let’s Talk: Lifelong Language Learning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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ADVANTAGES FOR TEACHERSComplete and thorough• Student Modules, complete Teacher’s Resource Guides, modifiable blackline masters, and digital

resources to fully equip you in the classroom

Solid pedagogy• C’est parti ! meets all of the expectations of the new Ontario curriculum including the 7 enduring

ideas for lifelong language learning.• Boomerang facilitates a structured approach to teaching literacy and aligns with the mandates

of the Literacy and Numeracy Secretariat.• Comprehensive Teacher’s Resource Guides include teaching tips, daily and weekly planners, learning goals,

success criteria, real-life scenarios, learning strategies, modelling, final tasks and so much more!• Assessment and evaluation tools based on Growing Success• Differentiation for a variety of teaching and learning styles

Choice• A variety of themes presented through engaging and vibrant graphics• An abundance of multimedia content including original songs, choreographed videos,

and Interactive Whiteboard activities• Technology and digital teaching tools to motivate all learners

Flexibility• Literacy supplements can be used independently or in conjunction with our base programs.• Student web licenses available• Packaging options to fit any budget

BENEFITS TO STUDENTS• A variety of fun and engaging themes• Highly stimulating visuals that facilitate

understanding• Multiple opportunities to communicate

spontaneously in French• Functional language that can be transferred

to everyday life

• Meaningful activities• Unleashes creativity when preparing and

presenting final tasks• Learning strategies to help cope with different

learning situations• Videos, songs, and Interactive Whiteboard

activities that appeal to all age groups

WHAT TEACHERS ARE SAYINGC’est parti !“I support this program 100% and I hope that other teachers will have the same impression as I did.”Simcoe DSB

“I like how C’est parti ! integrates media literacy and reading strategies. It also serves the needs of various students with multiple intelligences and different learning styles.”Peel DSB

Boomerang “I find that the Boomerang collection really fills the need for appropriate reading resources in FSL, and would recommend it as an important resource for teaching second language literacy, especially in light of the objectives of the revised FSL curriculum.”Nipissing-Parry Sound Catholic DSB

“The Teacher’s Resource Book is one of the best ones I have ever seen for teaching elementary Core French using a balanced literacy approach.”Durham DSB

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See more testimonials and pictures from the C’est parti ! pilot at www.editionscec.com/en/CP_pilot_classes

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BRING YOUR CLASSROOM INTO THE 21ST CENTURY

TECHNOLOGY TO ENGAGE TEACHERS AND STUDENTS

Your choice of two digital platforms to access your resources

USB key with no Internet required

MyCECZone, our online multimedia platform

Multimedia content that makes learning more fun and dynamic

Embedded features make both platforms accessible with any Interactive Whiteboard or projector

Listen to narrated text and songs, watch videos, remove text, conceal images, zoom in, search, add hyperlinks, files, notes, and more!

Flexible solutions Access content on your Windows or MAC PC and tablet

Web licenses for teachers and students are available

Personalize your resources and share your notes and documents with other users

A wide range of purchasing options to fit any budget

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EASY ACCESS TO YOUR DIGITAL RESOURCES

Use with your PC, MAC or Netbook with your choice of browser (Explorer, Mozilla, Chrome or Safari)

Download our free App for your iPad or Android tablet at the App Store or Google Play

Quick and easy registration

Create your digital bookshelf and find all of your resources in one place

Access your personalized resources in the classroom, at home, or anywhere you have an internet connection. Offline mode available for tablets

Automatic updates

Student licenses available for 1 or 5 years

ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS

Help Section for technological and pedagogical assistance

Technical Support at support@myceczone.com

Promo codes for a free demo of MyCECZone

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Finally, a new base resource for Grades 7- 8! Meet and exceed the big ideas and expectations of the new FSL curriculum with Odyssée, our strategy-based, action-oriented program, integrating oral interaction with reading and writing. Continue the journey begun with the bestselling Grades 4-6 series, C’est parti !, developed by teachers in Ontario, and lead your students into the 21st century.

STEP INTO THE ODYSSÉE !

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First module available Spring 2014Engaging themes, a variety of text forms, relevant activities that reflect the realities of young teens

• Multiple opportunities for active student engagement

• Scaffolded learning supported by modelling of oral and written production leading to the final task

• Learning goals and co-created success criteria identified in easy-to-follow lessons

• Self-, peer-, and teacher-assessment and evaluation tools for reflection, critical thinking, and self-directed learning.

• Visually engaging cultural introductions to francophone communities throughout the Americas in Grade 7 and Europe in Grade 8

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Components• Four Student Modules per grade level

• A Teacher’s Resource Guide and DVD-ROM for each module

• Accompanying digital support (your choice of USB key or online access to MyCECZone)

ComprehensiveTeacher’sResourceGuideincludes:

• step-by-step lesson plans

• teaching tips and notes

• modifiable activity sheets, graphic organizers, anchor charts, and evaluation tools

• audio recordings

• HD videos

• Interactive Whiteboard activities

• CEFR-based student portfolio

Componentsavailableinprintanddigitalformats

Discover our fun and user-friendly technological tools and wire your FSL classroom for success

• USB key (Windows only)

• MyCECZone online platform. Visit www.myceczone.com on any browser (Explorer, Mozilla, Chrome or Safari)

• MyCECZone app available at the App Store or Google Play

Four exciting themes to learn French

For more information on the teaching approach of C’est parti !, go to www.editionscec.com/en/CP_TA8

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C’est parti ! 1-3 for Grades 4-6 is designed to help you meet and exceed the expectations of the new Ontario Core French curriculum. It includes everything you need to ensure that your students love learning French. Created by elementary school teachers in Ontario, C’est parti ! presents authentic texts and engaging activities to motivate your students to succeed.

Howourprogrammeetscurriculumexpectations

• A strong emphasis on oral interaction to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills

• Provides multiple opportunities for spontaneous communication and purposeful talk

• Explicitly teaches language learning strategies

• Allows you to set learning goals, co-create success criteria, and use achievement charts to promote self-directed learning

• Promotes cultural awareness

• The steps of Gradual Release of Responsibility provide the scaffolding students need to use strategies independently

Acompletecollection!

• This turnkey collection includes student modules, teacher’s guides, and digital resources for Windows or MAC computers and tablets

• Find integrated audio-visual components to encourage authentic oral interaction

• Suggestions for a variety of teaching and learning styles

• Teaching practices for differentiated instruction and split classes

• Activities for visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learners

• Each module addresses a global theme

• Each module includes a student portfolio

• Modify and adapt reproducible materials to meet your students’ needs

• Model instruction to develop listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills within the context of the CEFR

The most complete and flexible FSL program

C’ESTPARTI!

Use C’est parti ! in your French class and bring learning to life!

GRADES 4-6PROGRAM

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Components

StrengthsofC’estparti!

• Fun and engaging themes to pique student interest

• Functional language that kids actually use

• Highly visual, vibrant, and modern graphics

• A wide variety of text types

• Complete and thorough teaching tools

• Five Student Modules per grade level

• A Teacher’s Resource Guide and DVD-ROM for each module

• Accompanying digital support (your choice of USB key or online access to MyCECZone)

– Teaching notes and tips• differentiate instruction for various

learning styles• use the Gradual Release of Responsibility• assessment for, as, and of learning• integrate CEFR criteria and the

action-oriented approach

– Blackline Masters• activity sheets• anchor charts• graphic organizers• self-, peer- and teacher-assessment and

evaluation tools• tracking sheets for anecdotal observations• rubrics

– Multimedia DVD-ROM• Modifiable BLMs• Coloured flash cards• Choreographed dances and digital exemplars

for teacher and student modelling

TEAcHER’S RESOURcE GUIDE

• Songs, texts, listening activities• Subtitled songs on video with

reproducible lyrics• Interactive Whiteboard activities

– Technology to develop oral communication competency

USB Key • Interactive e-books include

integrated audio and video• Embedded whiteboard functionalities

MyCECZone• Both teachers and students

can access e-books anywhere, anytime

• Create groups to share notes and documents between users

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RTI ! Jeparlefrançais!

The context of this module is “back to school.” Students get ready to purchase their school supplies. They meet the teachers and get to know their school. character Development Trait Responsibility

FINAL TASK

Students create a short profile or description of themselves to share with the class.

STRATEGIES

• Looking at photos and illustrations• Asking questions

Boomerang 1 – Quelle fête ! – Responsibility

Monrobotrespectueux!This module focuses on respect and good manners. Students learn about greetings, cooperation, and being polite by creating a robot they will present to the class. character Development Trait Respect

FINAL TASK

Students describe the robot’s physical features and good manners when they present their creation to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Making predictions• Associations

Boomerang 1 – Ce n’est pas moi ! – Respect

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Unecultureàcélébrer!The theme for this module is celebrations, festivals, and Franco-Ontarian culture. Students learn about some Ontario festivals and celebrations (Winterlude, La nuit sur l’étang, and the Festival franco-ontarien).

character Development Trait Appreciation

FINAL TASK

Students compare their favourite celebration (festivities associated with their culture, i.e. Chinese New Year or birthday celebrations) with one of the Franco-Ontarian celebrations presented in the module.

STRATEGIES

• Looking for cognates• Listening carefully

Boomerang 1 – Au revoir, Lola ! – Appreciation

Mystère!The theme for this module is investigation. As detectives, students solve a mystery by asking questions about suspects and locations. character Development Trait Accomplishment – Creativity

FINAL TASK

Students create a sketch or a puppet show about the suspects and culprit to demonstrate how the mystery was solved.

STRATEGIES

• Associations• Using models

Boomerang 1 – Une bonne photo de classe ! – Accomplishment / Creativity

Prendssoindemoi!This module features animals. Students learn about animals that need to be cared for like endangered species as well as those that care for human beings like service animals. character Development Trait CompassionFINAL TASK

Students choose an animal and present it by describing what it likes to eat or do and its various traits.

STRATEGIES

• Identifying important ideas• Thinking about a subject and about personal experiences

Boomerang 1 – Est-ce que tu me connais ? – Compassion

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This unit highlights respect and pride for our country. Students discuss symbols that identify us as Canadians, including images on our Canadian coins and bills, and activities such as hockey, our national sport. They learn about a Huron village in Quebec and the symbols of the First Nations.

character Development Trait Respect

FINAL TASK

Students create a symbol that identifies their school.

STRATEGIES

• Looking at photos and illustrations• Reading between the lines

Boomerang 2 – Le fort de Liam – Respect

LabelleprovinceIn this unit, students study the many facets of citizenship. They discover the foundations of a community.They explore professions and points of interest, and use directions to find themselves on a map, while becoming familiar with la belle province and its communities from North to South. They study the weather and clothes during the four seasons and talk about their activities. character Development Trait CitizenshipFINAL TASK

Students present a rich description of a community of their choice.

STRATEGIES

• Making predictions• Identifying important ideas

Boomerang 2 – La journée de Charlie – Citizenship

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Quec’estbon!In this unit, students learn to appreciate food and make healthy choices. Through a variety of engaging texts, students learn to make tacos, read a menu, and order in a restaurant.

character Development Trait Appreciation

FINAL TASK

Students create an ideal menu that would encourage their friends to eat in their new restaurant and they role-play a restaurant scene in small groups. A perfect opportunity for a restaurant field trip! une journée de classe dans un restaurant!

STRATEGIES

• Using models• Grouping words or ideas together

Boomerang 2 – Qu’est-ce que tu vois ? – Appreciation

Écolos!Responsibility for the environment is paramount in our society. In this unit, students learn to Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. They engage in an initiative to look after the environment in their community and they invite their friends to help through a series of engaging activities and authentic texts.

character Development Trait Responsibility – Respect for Environment

FINAL TASK

Students work in small groups to create an initiative in the school to show respect for the environment.

STRATEGIES

• Imagining something• Thinking about a subject and about personal experiences

Boomerang 2 – Mission possible ! – Responsibility / Respect for Environment

Toietmoi!Integrity is what makes us who we are. In this unit, students learn to describe their qualities, their intelligences, and their challenges. They determine what they can do with these qualities in order to better understand their friends and to stand up for what they believe in. They are introduced to prominent Francophones who have made a difference. character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

FINAL TASK

Students write a motivational speech and after conducting an interview, they present a friend to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Using context to help with understanding• Associations

Boomerang 2 – Qui est ton héros ? – Integrity and compassion

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As students create an invention, they plan out the steps to present it at a conference for inventors. They create a flyer and logo and learn how to follow steps to accomplish their tasks. Along the way, they learn how to provide good, respectful feedback to their peers.

character Development Trait Creativity

FINAL TASK

Students create an invention that will make their lives easier and present it to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Grouping words or ideas together• Giving and receiving feedback

Boomerang 3 – Clic ! – Creativity

Jeveux,jepeux!Students learn about the importance of setting goals and developing an action plan in order to be successful. They explore favourite hobbies and pastimes including sports and the arts and discuss the importance of being motivated and committed to their tasks. character Development Trait Perseverance – Commitment

FINAL TASK

Students write and present a motivational speech to showcase what they are passionate about and motivate others to stay committed to their goals.

STRATEGIES

• Using models• Imagining something

Boomerang 3 – Repousse tes limites ! – Perseverance / Commitment

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D’unocéanàl’autreStudents learn how various Francophone cultural groups across Canada — including those in Acadia, Western and Northern Canada — celebrate their French heritage. character Development Trait Citizenship

FINAL TASK

Students create their own cultural festival to showcase their personal cultural heritage using what they have learned as models. They prepare a map of the festival grounds, determine events that will take place, decide on food kiosks, and present the festival to the class.

STRATEGIES

• Associations• Using a graphic organizer to explain ideas

Boomerang 3 – Nous sommes uniques ! – Citizenship

Originaletgénial!Students learn to connect with their peers and to value diversity and differences. They discuss people who make their mark in society and who think outside the box, to do so. character Development Trait Respect

FINAL TASK

Students develop a campaign to showcase the importance of being true to oneself.

STRATEGIES

• Identifying the main idea• Making use of resources when in need of help

Boomerang 3 – La forêt du Grand Ours – Respect

Complètementtechno!Students explore the world of technology as they are exposed to a variety of technology-based presentation formats. They write a persuasive report identifying why they “need” a cell phone.

character Development Trait Accomplishment

FINAL TASK

Students use technology to create a visual representation designed to showcase themselves, their friends, and their school.

STRATEGIES

• Identifying steps in order to organize work• Brainstorming ideas before writing a text

Boomerang 3 – Max et ses amis – Accomplishment

For more information on the teaching approach of Boomerang, visit www.editionscec.com/en/Boom_TA16

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A balanced literacy approach that focuses on strategy development and integrates listening, speaking, reading, and writing.

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Relevant and age-appropriate themes, relatable and authentic situations, functional language used in context, and strategy-based practices.

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Readers, Teacher’s Resource Books, audio CDs, CD-ROMs, and e-books on USB key or online facilitate authentic and spontaneous oral interaction.

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Teaching notes support continuous student engagement based on the Gradual Release of Responsibility model.

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Multiple suggestions for differentiation ensure that each student acquires the skills and confidence they need to successfully interact in French.

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Project-based culminating tasks clearly outlined in the lesson plans are supported by reproducible activity sheets. They allow students to demonstrate their understanding of the texts and provide you with opportunities to assess and evaluate their oral production.

Now you’re talking!The Boomerang collection for students in Grades 4-8 features 55 different texts covering 21 engaging themes. They showcase a myriad of character traits and aspects of Canadian culture.

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Encourage and support collaborative learning!

Access your e-book

• Project each page with or without text

• Listen to integrated audio recordings

• Benefit from embedded Interactive Whiteboard functionalities

• Use with or without a SMART Board

Teacher’s Resource Books

• Easy-to-follow lesson plans

• Over 150 reproducible activity sheets, anchor charts, and graphic organizers to save you hours of preparation

• 300+ colour flash cards help consolidate newly-acquired vocabulary

• A variety of assessment and evaluation tools

• Audio CD includes a narration of each text and highlighted vocabulary

• CD-ROM includes modifiable BLMs and colour flashcards

Boomerang Kits

Create a dynamic learning environment in your FSL classroom!

Boomerang 1-3 Kits contain 6 copies of each of the five readers per level.

Boomerang 4-5 Kits offer 6 or 30 copies per theme

• A Teacher’s Resource Book with overviews, lesson plans, and BLMs

• Audio CD and CD-ROM

• Choice between USB key or MyCECZone for online access to digital texts

• Functional carry-all case

Readers

Boomerang 1-3 (Grades 4-6) Boomerang 4-5 (Grades 7-8)

• Five levelled readers (2 easy, 2 moderate, 1 advanced) per grade level

• A wide variety of real-life situations

• Accommodate auditory, visual, and kinesthetic learning styles

• “Lexique visuel” at the back of each text facilitates vocabulary and knowledge transference

• Three themes per grade level

• Magazine-style format to engage intermediate students

• “Pour t’aider” section explains difficult words and idiomatic expressions en français

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character Development Trait Respect

Synopsis A 10 -year old boy walks the reader through the various parts of the school and the different aspects of school life including the library, math, science, and art class, recess, the hallway, the gym, and lunch time.

The narrator explains how he and his peers show respect and good manners in each environment from his point of view.

Ce n’est pas moi ! is an effective tool to use at the beginning of the year to establish classroom rules and expectations or to reinforce them later in the year.

Oral Response to Text Students find people around the school who are using good manners.

Quellefête! Text Type Fiction Level Easy

character Development Trait Responsibility

Synopsis You are invited to the Martin family’s Canada Day party, and each extended family member has a specific responsibility to contribute to its success.

Our young female narrator helps her little brother get ready while her half sister decorates the house. Her father organizes the games and she makes dessert with her step mother. Her aunt and uncle bring a salad and fireworks and her grandfather looks after the barbeque.

By working together, everyone is able to enjoy the festivities and celebrate this national holiday.

Oral Response to Text Students present a celebration of their choice.

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Aurevoir,Lola! Text Type Fiction Level Moderate

character Development Trait Appreciation

Synopsis Martin is initially thrilled to be rid of his annoying older sister, Lola, who is off to Ottawa to compete in a hockey tournament. He recounts the drive to Montreal with his parents to watch the Toronto Maple Leafs play the Montreal Canadiens.

While at a restaurant, he can’t order fondue because it’s a meal for two, which makes him begin to miss Lola. When they go to the train station to pick her up, she is holding a trophy! Martin is so happy to see his sister and has learned to appreciate family relationships.

Oral Response to Text Students perform a reader’s theatre.

Unebonnephotodeclasse! Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

character Development Trait Responsibility – Creativity

Synopsis This piece of procedural writing allows the students to create descriptive self portraits via an edible medium: cupcakes!

Step- by- step, our little artists choose decorations to represent their unique facial features, expressions, hair type and colour as they put together a fun and delicious class picture.

Oral Response to Text Students create an image of their face on a cupcake and pose for a cupcake class photo.

Est-cequetumeconnais? Text Type Non fiction Level Advanced

character Development Trait Compassion

Synopsis This informative text explains the roles played by some of the more misunderstood members of our ecosystem. The bat, giraffe, vulture, great white shark, spider, snail, crocodile, and others each provide interesting facts about themselves from their own point of view.

We learn to have a more compassionate understanding of different animals because even though they may be different, they are important to each other’s survival.

Oral Response to Text Students present important facts about a wild animal.

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character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

Synopsis Liam is a new, physically challenged student from Vietnam. Erik, a fellow classmate, is very impressed by Liam’s original drawings and sculptures.

After Liam is hit by a snowball at recess, Erik notices his sketch of a snow fort. They decide to work together to make Liam’s idea a reality.

Through this demonstration of compassion and integrity, we learn that inclusivity can lead to great friendships.

Oral Response to Text Students interview a friend, create a friendship cube, and present it to the class.

LajournéedeCharlie Text Type Fiction Level Easy

character Development Trait Citizenship

Synopsis Three friends leave to take the bus to the skateboard park when they realize their puppy Charlie has come along for the ride.

Charlie scoots away on a skateboard on his own adventure and the children scour the neighbourhood to find him. A police officer, bus driver, mailman, and fireman suggest looking for Charlie at the grocery store, the hair salon, the post office, and the bank.

The garbage man finally manages to catch him before he gets away again, and everyone returns home safe and sound.

Oral Response to Text Students participate in a reader’s theatre.

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Qu’est-cequetuvois? Text Type Fiction Level Moderate

character Development Trait Appreciation

Synopsis This narrative follows Ayasha and her father at her school’s annual Art Festival.

The crowd really likes one painting in particular but Ayasha is too small to see over their heads. Its vibrant colours evoke strong memories for different spectators including Prairie sunsets and golden fields of wheat, autumn leaves in Central Ontario and cracking ice in the Northwest Territories.

To Ayasha’s surprise and delight, the painting turns out to be her own masterpiece.

Oral Response to Text Students create a new reader jacket for the story and display it for others to enjoy.

Missionpossible! Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

character Development Trait Responsibility – Respect for the environment

Synopsis This informative text promotes social responsibility and highlights the importance of respecting our environment.

We learn that plastic is made of crude oil, a natural and non renewable resource. After examining the havoc that plastic wreaks on the earth and its inhabitants, we are encouraged to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastic products in a variety of creative ways.

Green Mission = Mission: Possible!

Oral Response to Text Students create and present artwork using recyclable materials.

Quiesttonhéros? Text Type Fiction and Non fiction Level Advanced

character Development Trait Integrity – Compassion

Synopsis In this combined narrative and non fiction text, Naomi researches her school assignment about heroes.

Using an internet search engine, she discovers how different people define heroes. She realizes there are all types of heroes including famous Canadians, everyday heroes, young heroes, and even animals!

She recognizes heroic qualities in her family members as well and comes to the conclusion that her own personal hero is her Mom.

Oral Response to Text Students present important facts about their personal hero.

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character Development Trait Accomplishment – Creativity

Synopsis Luc loves indulging in his passion: photography. However, his photos seem to be just missing the mark. His grandfather tells Luc that with practice, he can accomplish anything he sets his mind to.

The next day, Luc notices a poster for a school talent show. Inspired by his peers as they prepare to showcase their strengths, Luc takes different photographs and compiles them into a slideshow.

Everyone is thoroughly impressed with Luc’s creative work of art.

Oral Response to Text Students use a graphic organizer to prepare a presentation that showcases one of their talents/pastimes.

Repousseteslimites! Text Type Fiction Level Easy

character Development Trait Perseverance – Commitment

Synopsis Best friends Nala and Sameer love participating in physical activities together. Sameer is diabetic, so Nala signs up for her first mini triathlon to raise money for diabetes research.

While swimming, she is kicked in the head but perseveres to finish the swim. While cycling, she gets a cramp in her right leg but pushes herself to complete the trail.

With her friends and family cheering her on, she fulfills her commitment to this worthwhile cause and crosses the finish line. Bravo, Nala !

Oral Response to Text Students present an oral response to the text through the recital of a motivational poem.

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Noussommesuniques! Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

character Development Trait Appreciation – Respect

Synopsis The word Métis is defined as “mélange” or “mix,” bringing European and First Nations cultures together as teachers and guardians of peace.

This informational text provides us with a brief history of the Métis culture and helps us learn to respect their symbols, art, celebrations, traditional foods, dance, music, and games.

Students are then encouraged to speak to their elders to gain an appreciation of their own unique origins through questions about celebrations, foods, and traditions.

Oral Response to Text Students present aspects of their own culture that makes them unique.

LaforêtduGrandOurs Text Type Non fiction Level Moderate

character Development Trait Respect

Synopsis In this non fiction text, come explore the Great Bear Rainforest in British Columbia. Learn about its complex ecosystem, including its varied precipitation but temperate climate.

Discover rich flora and diverse fauna like the Kermode bear: a rare black bear with cream coloured fur.

Unfortunately, industries have not given the forest the respect it deserves and have put it in great danger. Concerned Canadians have helped to protect parts of the forest, but we’re not out of the woods yet!

Oral Response to Text Students create an information pamphlet about the Great Bear Rainforest and share it within the school community.

Maxetsesamis Text Type Non fiction Level Advanced

character Development Trait Accomplishment

Synopsis Max welcomes us to his school’s extraordinary website where he and his friends from around the Francophone world can communicate in a completely safe environment.

Each student’s page displays where they are from, their birthday, interests, and pictures with captions.

Friends from Tadoussac, Quebec; Cairo, Egypt; New Orleans, Louisiana; Gand, Belgium; and Phnom Penh, Cambodia chat and comment on one another’s accomplishments.

Oral Response to Text Students create a personal homepage.

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Un billet, deux films ? Text Type Email character Development Trait HonestySynopsis Caroline emails her friend Rachel because she needs advice. Her friend Vanessa wants them to go to the movies and wants to buy one ticket to see two movies. What will Rachel’s answer be?FINAL TASK Students create an email, a survey, a poster, or a video clip.

Choisir un film… quelle décision ! Text Type Dialogue character Development Trait Compromising Synopsis Four teens give their opinion on their favourite movies and movie genres.FINAL TASK Students create a movie poster and a skit.

Des moments importants dans l’histoire du cinéma Text Type Timeline character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis A timeline follows important events in the history of the movie industry.FINAL TASK Students create a timeline, television or radio program, and poster or promotional advertisement.

Deux Canadiens extraordinaires dans le monde du cinéma Text Type Biography Cards character Development Trait Resilience – CommitmentSynopsis Biographical information about Canadian film director James Cameron and First Nations actress Tantoo Cardinal.FINAL TASK Students create a biography card, a poem or song, or present a collage or a PowerPoint presentation.

Quelle vie de star ! Text Type Comic Strip character Development Trait IntegritySynopsis A day in the life of a diva.FINAL TASK Students recreate the comic strip as a skit; create a rap or a song; create an interview and create an original eight-frame comic strip.

Pirates ou consommateurs ? Text Type Blog character Development Trait HonestySynopsis Five students post their comments on illegal downloading.FINAL TASK Students create a public service announcement, television advertisement or letter to the editor.

Each collection of texts in Boomerang 4 and Boomerang 5 offers a variety of text types about fascinating subjects, eye-catching illustrations to aid in comprehension, and a rich vocabulary useful in everyday situations.

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Un bon repas Text Type Menu and Bill character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis A full menu listing prices for a number of dishes and beverages at the restaurant Le Petit Bistro.FINAL TASK Students prepare and present a radio advertisement for a restaurant; create a menu and plan the opening of their own restaurant.

La critique du restaurant L’Ancien Parisien Text Type Critique character Development Trait Appreciation – Creativity Synopsis A review of the restaurant L’Ancien Parisien, written by a well-known Parisian restaurant critic.FINAL TASK Choice: Students write and post a review online; create and present a skit; research and report findings or create a television interview.

Le dîner d’Asad Text Type Short Story character Development Trait Tolerance, AcceptanceSynopsis Asad, a new immigrant from Somalia attending his first day of school in Canada, realizes at lunch-time that food can bring people together.FINAL TASK Students decorate a lunch bag with symbols, present a skit, and create a 3-D model of words and expressions.

La fabrication du chocolat : de la graine à l’emballage Text Type Photo Essay character Development Trait Accomplishment – ResponsibilitySynopsis Students follow the major steps in the making of chocolate from seed to packaging.FINAL TASK Students create a poem, a recipe, or a commercial.

Viens découvrir les spécialités du Québec ! Text Type Article and Recipe character Development Trait CitizenshipSynopsis Students learn about Quebecois specialities including tourtière, poutine, baked beans, maple syrup, and pouding chômeur.FINAL TASK Students research and present their findings in a magazine layout, videotaped television ad, or oral presentation.

Ma première journée à l’école Le Cordon Bleu Text Type Journal Entry character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis Nicole is ready for her first day at Le Cordon Bleu, a world famous culinary school, and shares her excitement in a journal entry.FINAL TASK Students create a journal entry, slide show, poster, or interview.

Manger mieux, vivre mieux ! Text Type Cartoon and Article character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis Students are introduced to the number of servings they need from each food group and how to develop healthy eating habits.FINAL TASK Students create a labelled collage, a cartoon, a media presentation, or a poster.

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Le camp de soccer Text Type Dialogue, Letter, and Invitation character Development Trait Accomplishment – PerseveranceSynopsis Jamie’s father enrolls her in a soccer camp as a surprise birthday present. A letter of welcome outlines all the fun activities involved. Bon anniversaire, Jamie !FINAL TASK Students create a dialogue, a brochure and text messages, emails, or a telephone conversation (written or oral).

Tournoi de hockey Recherche de bénévoles Text Type Poster character Development Trait Commitment – ResponsibilitySynopsis One poster recruits hockey players to compete in a tournament. A second poster calls for volunteers to help organize a regional swim meet.FINAL TASK Students create a website and a dialogue, promotional poster, or travel brochure.

Des athlètes canadiens remarquables Text Type Photo Essay Exhibit character Development Trait CommitmentSynopsis Students learn about past and present Canadian athletes who have left a mark on their sport.FINAL TASK Students create a sports biography card or an interview.

Sandro adore le baseball Text Type Narrative character Development Trait Perseverance – DeterminationSynopsis Sandro loves baseball but he seems to have a lot of trouble catching or hitting the ball. A few things happen and he wins the championship for his team!FINAL TASK Students write texts or emails, skits, and dialogues to present.

L’équipement de sport : une évolution Text Type Photo Essay Exhibit character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis We learn how the hockey mask, snowboard, ice skates, and baseball glove have evolved and improved over time.FINAL TASK Students create or illustrate models to present and research a timeline.

Des athlètes extraordinaires Text Type Informational text character Development Trait Determination – Responsibility – ResilienceSynopsis We are introduced to some of the most popular sports of the Paralympics including sitting volleyball, wheelchair basketball, alpine skiing, and sledge hockey.FINAL TASK Students create a profile, promotional poster, or graphic organizer.

Filles et garçons : jouer ensemble ou non ? Text Type Chat character Development Trait DeterminationSynopsis Audrey hosts a chat room and asks different opinions about whether girls and boys should play on the same sports team. FINAL TASK Students write a newspaper article, a song, rap lick or poem or make a graffiti poster to present.

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Que pensez-vous de Saint-Martin ? Text Type Blog character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis David is blogging on a travel-sharing site to learn about Saint-Martin before he goes there on vacation with his family.FINAL TASK Students prepare an interview or create a blog.

Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon : la France en Amérique Text Type Brochure character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis Students learn about the French islands Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon, which lie just off the East Coast of Canada.FINAL TASK Students prepare a commercial or a radio ad or create a website.

Des nouvelles d’Europe Text Type Email character Development Trait Determination – ResponsibilitySynopsis Lian emails her family in Canada when travelling throughout Europe to improve her French. FINAL TASK Students prepare a video presentation on Skype or a skit demonstrating a phone conversation.

Un voyage de classe à Québec Text Type Directions (City Map) character Development Trait ResponsibilitySynopsis Yusseuf and his grade-eight friends can’t wait for their upcoming class trip to Quebec City.FINAL TASK Students prepare a presentation or plan an itinerary.

Nos vacances à Mont-Tremblant Text Type Comic Strip character Development Trait PersistenceSynopsis A couple anticipating their winter trip to Mont-Tremblant, Quebec, experiences various problems.FINAL TASK Students create a skit or a comic strip.

Maroc : on arrive ! Text Type Itinerary character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis We learn about the eight-day itinerary of Kate’s trip to Morocco with her family.FINAL TASK Students present a conversation or create a poster.

Mon voyage à Monaco Text Type Postcard character Development Trait Appreciation – CitizenshipSynopsis Stephan writes a series of postcards to his friends while he visits cousins in France.FINAL TASK Students present a dialogue or post pictures on a website.

Enavantlamusique!

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Aller ou ne pas aller au concert…

Text Type Chat character Development Trait Responsibility – AccountabilitySynopsis In a chat with her friends Juliana and Madeleine, Ava discusses her parents’ decision not to allow her to attend a concert.FINAL TASK Students prepare a phone, an online, or a written conversation

L’importance de la musique dans nos vies Text Type Magazine Article character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis We learn about the development of music to the present day and the many ways in which music affects our lives.FINAL TASK Students hold a debate or create a collage, a mobile or a PowerPoint presentation.

Le monde de la musique, c’est fascinant ! Text Type Photo Montage character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis This photo montage presents fascinating facts about the world of music.FINAL TASK Students research and present facts.

Quelle surprise ! Text Type Narrative character Development Trait DeterminationSynopsis Four boys auditioning to become the lead singer for a male group discover that the most talented singer is actually… a girl!FINAL TASK Students prepare a career plan or create a comic strip.

Des artistes remarquables ! Text Type Biography Cards character Development Trait AccomplishmentSynopsis Students read about accomplished musicians who have influenced others in the world of music.FINAL TASK Students prepare a presentation, conduct an interview, or create a biography card.

Galaxie Un concert inoubliable ! Text Type Poster and Critique character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis This text presents a critique of a concert with a poster advertising the event.FINAL TASK Students create a critique or perform a skit.

Ô Canada ! Text Type Song character Development Trait AppreciationSynopsis This text presents our national anthem and highlights the interesting facts about its history.FINAL TASK Students create or present an anthem or produce a video.

Ensemble,ons’implique!

With the contribution of Canadian activistCraig Kielburger!

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Les premiers répondants : des héros ! Text Type News report character Development Trait Courage, DeterminationSynopsis In this text, students are thrown into a flood scene in Manitoba.FINAL TASK Students create a news reporter interview or write a poem or create a wanted ad.

Des personnes remercient leurs sauveteurs Text Type Newspaper article character Development Trait Determination, Kindness, Fortitude, GenerositySynopsis The article tells the story of an elderly woman and her teenaged grandson who are rescued by first responders.FINAL TASK Students write a diary entry or write a thank-you letter or perform a skit.

Les chasseurs de tornades Text Type Blog character Development Trait Courage, AppreciationSynopsis In this text, a journalist encourages readers to blog back to the following question: Que pensez-vous des chasseurs de tornades ?FINAL TASK Students write a warning message about a tornado or perform a skit or write a blog.

Le prix du Gouverneur général du Canada pour l’entraide Text Type Brochure character Development Trait Citizenship, ResponsibilitySynopsis In this text, students read about the Governor General’s Award which is presented yearly. FINAL TASK Students present a charity or cause that he/she is interested in volunteering for or develop their own award.

La personnalité du mois Text Type Comic strip character Development Trait Citizenship, ResponsibilitySynopsis Students read about a young boy in India who goes door to door selling clementines to raise money after an earthquake in India.FINAL TASK Students prepare a presentation of someone who is inspiring or create their own charity for a cause.

Salut, je m’appelle Craig Kielburger Text Type Informational text character Development Trait Determination, Generosity, Volunteerism, ConfidenceSynopsis Students read about the beginnings of Free the Children, an organization co-founded by Craig Kielburger, the author of the text. FINAL TASK Students prepare a radio, television or print advertisement, or create a skit to persuade, or plan a school dance as a fund raiser.

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• Provides additional reading in your Core program;

• Offers opportunities to develop the four strands in the curriculum: listening, speaking, reading and writing;

• Allows students to reinforce learning strategies and enhance text comprehension.

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• Consolidate previously acquired knowledge;

• Increase opportunities for differentiated instruction via three levels of text difficulty: easy, moderate, and advanced;

• Choose from a wide variety of text types and forms;

• Offer flexibility, especially in split classes;

• Benefit from technological tools.

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